Collapse airbag e-backpacks set new standards

Avalanche airbags with gas cartridges or electronic release? Ortofox gives with AVABAG LiTRIC Series The answer to the question of years-long faith that clearly supports electronic operation – the advantages of the new LiTRIC™ system are clear. Low weight, easy to use and reliable deployment: LiTRIC™ is an innovative electronic airbag system jointly developed by Ortovox and Arc’teryx.

Weighing in at 1,100g, it is one of the lightest electronic avalanche airbag systems in the world, and is available in the three new Avalanche Airbag Backpacks AVABAG LiTRIC TOUR, AVABAG LiTRIC FREERIDE, AVABAG LiTRIC ZERO available. Produced in Bavaria, the LiTRIC™ system operates with supercapacitors that provide power to two operators within 60 hours. The LiTRIC™ system enables multiple test triggers at no additional cost and can be easily charged via USB-C in approximately 25 minutes.

Multi-day tours can be done without recharging without any problems. With its secure and adjustable release handle, new leg loop and innovative materials, the AVABAG LiTRIC series sets new standards in terms of intuitive operation. The LiTRIC™ system was developed to have no disruptive effect on avalanche transponders.

More information about ortovox.com.